14th International Congress on Complementary Medicine Research (ICCMR 2019) | 7 - 10 May 2019 |Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre | Brisbane | Australia
Sharing my findings of a portion of my doctorial research at the #ICCMR2019 conference in Brisbane #Australia . This study explores experiences and preferences of conventional and traditional and complementary medicine use among #Ebola survivors in #SierraLeone
“Everything we do, say and think matters” Ms Donna Kerridge speaking about Māori Medicine at the 14th International Congress on Complimentary Medicine Research #ICCMR2019
Dr Amie Steel, Prof Jon Adams, Associate Prof Jonathan Wardle, Prof David Sibbritt, Dr Wenbo Peng at the 14th International Congress on Complimentary Medicine Research.
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Alvaro Viljoen showcasing spectacular examples of bridging ancient wisdom and science in sustainable, ethical ethnopharmacology to kick off today at #ICCMR2019#herbalmedicine#traditionalmedicine
So much wisdom in Donna Kerridge’s work. Here’s some highlights. Traditional knowledge will be vital in addressing the challenges of #ClimateChange#ICCMR2019
Use of CM is common in the treatment of paediatric eosinophilic oesophagitis in Australia. Despite parent reported concerns about safety & effectiveness they continue CM use. #ICCMR2019
Dosage is recognised as a pivotal consideration in drug therapy, with the need for dosage regimens to achieve adequate bioavailability whilst minimising risk of adverse events #ICCMR2019
The health status of Ebola survivors is deteriorating, and the majority have reverted to using alternative health options when conventional care could not address their healthcare needs #ICCMR2019
Oleuropein concentration in olive leaf products broadly consistent in Australian & American OTC products but highly variable between Australian practitioner products @IanBreakspear#ICCMR2019
Consuming foods as medicine is commonly perceived by people to have a blood pressure lowering effect and is primarily underpinned by patients’ self-perceived needs to lower their blood pressure #ICCMR2019
Traditional Chinese medicine self-care techniques have the potential to improve health outcomes for participants in community health programs #ICCMR2019
A survey of Australian nurses found that they are generally supportive of patients’ interest in complementary therapies, however few communicate with CT practitioners. #ICCMR2019@HelenHall_mid
Factors impeding Ayurveda as part of maternal healthcare in India included lack of policy, infrastructure, affordability, awareness and recognition of Ayurveda #ICCMR2019
TCAM is highly prevalent amongst CALD communities and many utilise it for not only their loved ones / clients living with dementia, but also for themselves #ICCMR2019